Netanyahu Coalition Files Bill to Dissolve Knesset and Trigger Early National Elections in Israel

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his governing coalition have submitted legislation to dissolve the Knesset, triggering early national elections following internal disagreements over military conscription exemptions for ultra-Orthodox students.Opposition leaders have formed the new Beyahad alliance to challenge the government, citing grievances regarding national security and recent conflict management.The transition will likely move the election date up from October to late summer, amidst ongoing political fragmentation and regional instability.The coalition expects the first preliminary vote to occur next week as the government attempts to maintain control over the electoral timeline.
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